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Sevier County: $15,450 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023

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Chancellor Steve Cole | Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

Chancellor Steve Cole | Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas

Sevier County's Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas invested $15,450 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 36% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $24,141 in college sports aid.

There were 19 male and 15 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Cossatot Community College of the University of Arkansas in 2023. Male students received 38% less financial aid on average than female students.

Male students who play basketball generally receive the most in financial aid, followed closely by football players. Female students playing ice hockey often receive the most in financial aid.

Only a small percentage of college expenses are typically covered by athletic scholarships, and only for a select few students.

A study found that 71% of student athletes participated in sports to earn a college scholarship.

Financial aid for College Sports in Sevier County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$6,77310
2015$11,86410
2016$9,0777
2017$00
2018$00
2019$00
2020$18,75023
2021$32,55017
2022$24,14123
2023$15,45034

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